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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978 04-18 PRMMINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION APRIL 18, 1978 CITY HALL Call to Order The Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Acting Chairman Bogle at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call Acting Chairman Bogle, Commissioners Hickman, Velasco and Skomra. Also present were Councilman Tony Kuefler, Park and Recreation Director Gene Hagel, Landscape Architect Judy Johnson and Administrative Assistant Brad Hoffman. Acting Chairman Bogle indicated that Chairman Johnson and Commissioner Dawn Kiefer would be unable to attend this evening's meeting and were, therefore, excused. He further stated that Commissioner Schroeder indicated that he would be late for the meeting. Approval of Minutes Motion by Commissioner Hickman and seconded by March 21, 1978 Commissioner Velasco to approve the minutes of the March 21, 1978 Park and Recreation Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. Conservation Commission The first business agenda item was a discussion of Presentation (4-20-78) the Commission's pending presentation of the park development plan to the Brooklyn Center Conservation Commission on Thursday, April 20, 1978. The Sec- retary reviewed some of the interests of the Conserva- tion Commission noting that they would most probably be interested in the development of Palmer Lake Basin, the preserve and the arboretum. Following the Secretary's comments, Acting Chairman Bogle indicated that he had discussed the Conservation Commission presentation with Chairman Johnson and that it was their concensus that a newer member should probably make the presentation because the Conservation Com- mission would be a friendly and sympathetic group. They further indicated that they felt this would be a good practice session for the Commissioners. A dis- cussion then ensued relative to the selection of a A. Commissioner to make the presentation. Commissioner -1- 4-18-78 Hickman indicated that she had a previous commitment and would not be able to attend the meeting. Commis- sioner Vela sro volunteered to make the presentation and Commissioner Bogle indicated that either Chairman Johnson or himself would be present. He then invited any of the other Commissioners to attend the meeting if they desired. The next agenda item was a discussion of the park development plan previously presented to the City Council. Acting Chairman Bogle indicated that the pre- sentation was the first by the group and asked if there was any constructive criticism of the project. The Sec- retary replied that he felt the presentation was well done and had been well received by the Council. How- ever, he indicated that the transparencies were blurred at the back of the room and that in the future consider- ation should be given to the location of the viewing audience. Councilman Kuefler replied that he thought the presentation was just about right in content and length. He suggested that the last transparency be changed by adding the percentage rate for the bond issue. Commissioner Hickman inquired about the funding through memorials concept. Councilman Kuefler replied that when the project gets under way, some individual or individuals in the City might wish to donate money to the parks. He further indicated that this was just a co:~sideration and there was not a areat anticipation on their part that such funding would become a reality. Park and Recreation Director Hagel noted that many groups such as the Jaycees or the Lions like to become associated with park development projects once they start. Following a lengthy discussion, it was agreed that any changes in the presentation would be minor and would most likely come from practice, Commissioner Boale stated that he felt that Chairman Johnson should be commended for his presentation. The Park and Rec- reation Commission wholeheartedly agreed with that thought. The Secretary reviewed the Commission's Twin Lake Beach Park recommendation and brought the Commission up to date on that recommendation. He noted that the City Council would be discussing the issue at the April 24 meeting. Commissioner Bogle inquired if it would be necessary for the Commission to have someone present from the Commission. Councilman Kuefler indi- cated that he did not think this would be necessary, but if any of the Commissioners wished to attend he would encourage them to do so. Council Presentation Discussion 0 Twin Lake Beach Report 4-18-78 -2- Neighborhood Committees A discussion of park service area committees was the next agenda item. Commissioner Bogle expressed his concern about the number of neighborhood, committee members. He stated that we are going to need their suppori~in the bond effort so the Commissioners should be looking.to enlarge their respective committees.. The discussion turned to how to encourage active partici- pation on the parts of neighborhood committee members. Commissioner Hickman inquired if they should be in- vited to attend the meetings. Commissioner Bogle felt they should be, but that a more specific agenda was needed to invade them. Following a lengthy discussion, it was agreed that the Commission would try to encourage neighborhood advisory committees to be active and to attend one of the -presentations of the park development plan. Park and Recreation Director Hagel noted that two (2) public sessions had been scheduled for the park presentation. The first would be held May 24 and the second on June 13. Both will be in the Social Hall of the Civic Center at 7:30 p.m. Commissioner Bogle stated that he would, contact Commissioners Schroeder and Kiefer and encourage them to work with their neighborhood advisory groups and to ask them to attend one of the two public sessions. Other Business Commissioner Vela sco inquired of Park and Recreation Director Hagel if there had been much vandalism in . the parks. Park and Recreation Director Hagel-replied that there had been no extensive vandalism in the. parks this spring. He did note that there had been several, break-ins into the pop machines earlier in the spring, but that the machines had been removed and since that time they have had no problems. Adjournment Commissioner Velasco moved and Commissioner Hickman seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting. ; The motion passed- unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 8:21 p.m. Chairman -3- 4-18-78